We survived the hype around the December 2012 solstice and life continues on as always. Are you surprised? Did you really expect things would change significantly overnight? Even if we can’t see obvious signs of changes there is no denying that a major transformation is occurring worldwide. This is an inner transformation, and is a gradual, and often, intense process.

President Evo Morales of Bolivia, in a speech to the UN in September 2012 is quoted as saying:

“…according to the Mayan Calendar the 21st December marks the end of the non-time and the beginning of time. It is the end of the Macha and the beginning of the Pacha. It is the end of selfishness and the beginning of brotherhood. It is the end of individualism and the beginning of collectivism… the end of hatred and the beginning of love. The end of lies and the beginning of truth. It is the end of sadness and the beginning of joy. It is the end of division and the beginning of unity….”

What a beautiful description of the transformation process. Are you able to visualize just how this change is going to manifest? Or, how the inner changes you are experiencing are contributing to the conscious collective’s transformation?

There is no doubt that 2012 was an intense year for practically everyone. Challenges include finances, relationships, family, friendships, self worth, along with added grief as a large number of souls chose 2012 as the time to transition from the Earth plane.

In numerology 2012 is a “5″ year, which denotes ‘Change’. The coming year, 2013, is a “6″ year and will bring with it some challenges but overall should be more steady. According to Ellin Dodge:

“2013…The year of the “Cosmic Parent” when the universe aims to find domestic balance, harmony and comfort. Blue is the Universal color.In general, the focus in every country around the world is inward and on a stronger sense of responsibility…family values, domestic changes, educational and health reforms and advances - lots of weddings – food products, home products, community politics, civic improvements and the housing market returns. The music industry surges forward. Home Depot, Lowes, Wal-Mart and home improvement and home decorating businesses break all records. All children born in 2013 will live “The Wisdom Cycle”…their last cycle of life, in comfort, surrounded by loving families.

Challenging problems arise from unwillingness to make adjustments, stubbornness, unyielding ideals and self-righteousness. The new ideas begin in April and rise up in June. February and November bring focuses on actively solving problems, money, big business and bring January and October underlying problems to a head…Universally, it’s all about taking responsibility, fulfilling obligations, nurturing our families and improving our immediate neighborhood in 2013.”

Basically I see that we all have responsibility – individually and collectively – to transform our reality. It’s our duty and obligation - for the sake of our children and grandchildren – to clean up the environmental messes created worldwide; to rid our world of toxins that are creating illness and disease; to create an environment that is conducive to healthy learning and joyful participation in all aspects of life; to create a stronger, vital sense of community and self-sustainability; to foster unity and oneness; and to nurture the brilliance and gifts that our young children bring with them into this lifetime.

The younger generation is the one that holds the responsibility for bringing Earth back into balance, this is what they have incarnated for. Whatever steps we take to support their growth and awareness will definitely speed up the process of inner transformation, and will ultimately be manifested in our shared co-created reality.

As we move into 2013 let’s all aspire – in whatever ways feel appropriate – to transform aspects of our reality that no longer are in harmony with the essence that is within. It’s time to become more proactive in determining our true purpose and then living that purpose/meaning for being here to the utmost of our abilities.

If you are uncertain about becoming more proactive then this youtube video may be just the inspiration you are seeking.